The Quest

Remarkable Men - Soulful Sunday Sessions
2021-11-28 10:30 - 12:30 UTC | Online event
“Creativity is the foundation of all change”
We have to be able to creatively imagine a new way of being before we can make it happen.
When our creativity is blocked, shut down or has become inaccessible, change becomes harder.
This Sunday we look at the third part of Julia Cameron’s “The Artist’s Way” and how to rediscover and reclaim your creative self.
The second part is “Recovering a Sense of Power” and will be a weaving of exercises, discussion and reflective writing and sharing. This session looks at the motivating power of anger (and why it is vital to growth), the debilitating power of shame (and how it gets in the way of forward movement) and the importance of using feedback to support our progress.
If you are serious about change, this is a great place to begin.
Re-imagination: Re-markable Men takes a new direction for the Autumn.
This is the beginning of a new direction for Remarkable Men. (see below for more details of our twice monthly meetings) Also please note the new start time of 10.30.
Remarkable Men is a facilitated space where a rich, diverse range of Gay men meet to explore a topic that impacts our lives.
Do you want to start Sundays feeling revived + invigorated?Do you crave a more interesting type of conversation?Do you want to connect in an open and non judgemental environment?Do you want to deepen your understanding of yourself?
Certified Life Coach Darren Brady ( Co founder of The Quest for Gay Men) and Courage Coach, Jonathan Ward are both certified to deliver the programs of Dr Brené Brown and will guide the group in some fascinating conversations.
Now in its 6th amazing year, this Sunday ‘drop in’ group lifts the spirit, emboldens and helps connect Gay men.
Who is it for: Anyone who is curious, open and committed to their self development is welcome to try out this group.
What to bring: Curiosity, life experience, openness, honesty and warmth!
Frequency: The group will now be meeting twice a month on the 2nd and 4th (5th?) Sunday of each month.
The 2nd Sunday of each month will be a “flexi-meet”. It may be in person in a venue, on line, a hybrid meeting or a walk-and-talk meeting in a park. This might be a coaching circle or a co-facilitated space (with Jonathan Ward).
The fourth (sometimes the 5th Sunday of the month) will be a Zoom call facilitated by Jonathan Ward.
Beginning in September 2021, this will focus for the next 12 months on “The Artists Way” by Julia Cameron, working through the 12 chapters, one each month. You do not need to attend them all to get the benefit of attending one. You can drop in as you feel, although they do build incrementally from one to the next.
Important to know:Payment will now be asked for before the meet-ups.£15 waged£10 unwaged/retired/concessions
Buy a block of 5 Up-Front for a discounted price of £69 (to be used within 3 months of purchase) or a 10 Up-Front for £130 (to be used within 6 months of purchase)
To book your place please use this link and select your ticket: https://bookwhen.com/jonathanw

The Quest Wednesdays (Theme: Light Lounge )
2021-11-24 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Online event
The Quest Wednesdays are weekly (virtual) gatherings bringing together gay, bi & queer men to pause, connect and have wholehearted conversations. The sessions are facilitated by either Adé Adéniji & Darren Brady, Founders of The Quest for Gay Men.
Each week a different theme will be the focal point of the gathering. During our time together there will be opportunities to participate in small breakout groups to muse and reflect on the theme and respond to some exploratory questions.
There is the opportunity to join the gathering from 18.50 to socialise and hangout with others, there will also be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the facilitated part of the evening.
The gatherings will take place online, via Zoom – the web-based video conferencing tool. In addition to your RSVP on meet-up, you need to register on Zoom here:
24 November – Light Lounge https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAoduCtrDsvHt2gcm_CvYikp9nt1ePqVvzO

The Quest Wednesdays (Theme: Boundaries )
2021-11-17 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Online event
The Quest Wednesdays are weekly (virtual) gatherings bringing together gay, bi & queer men to pause, connect and have wholehearted conversations. The sessions are facilitated by either Adé Adéniji & Darren Brady, Founders of The Quest for Gay Men.
Each week a different theme will be the focal point of the gathering. During our time together there will be opportunities to participate in small breakout groups to muse and reflect on the theme and respond to some exploratory questions.
There is the opportunity to join the gathering from 18.50 to socialise and hangout with others, there will also be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the facilitated part of the evening.
The gatherings will take place online, via Zoom – the web-based video conferencing tool. In addition to your RSVP on meet-up, you need to register on Zoom here:
17 November – Boundaries https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0kdemurzgrHdTOoQHLcCxPUE1hF3HFz-jG

The Quest Wednesdays (Theme: Conscious Communication
2021-11-03 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Online event
The Quest Wednesdays are weekly (virtual) gatherings bringing together gay, bi & queer men to pause, connect and have wholehearted conversations. The sessions are facilitated by either Adé Adéniji & Darren Brady, Founders of The Quest for Gay Men.
Each week a different theme will be the focal point of the gathering. During our time together there will be opportunities to participate in small breakout groups to muse and reflect on the theme and respond to some exploratory questions.
There is the opportunity to join the gathering from 18.50 to socialise and hangout with others, there will also be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the facilitated part of the evening.
The gatherings will take place online, via Zoom – the web-based video conferencing tool. In addition to your RSVP on meet-up, you need to register on Zoom here:
3 November – Conscious Communication https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAocO2uqz0sE9F7oiIOyRij5E_3aN9BLD7l

Remarkable Men - Soulful Sunday Sessions
2021-10-31 10:30 - 12:30 UTC | Online event
“Creativity is the foundation of all change”
We have to be able to creatively imagine a new way of being before we can make it happen.
When our creativity is blocked, shut down or has become inaccessible, change becomes harder.
This Sunday we look at the second part of a series of Julia Cameron’s “The Artist’s Way” and how to rediscover and reclaim your creative self.
The second part is “Recovering a Sense of Identity” and will be a weaving of exercises, discussion and reflective writing and sharing. This session addresses self-definition as one of the major components of your creative recovery ~ how to move yourself more into your personal identity, distilling your sense of self.
If you are serious about change, this is a great place to begin.
Re-imagination: Re-markable Men takes a new direction for the Autumn.
This is the beginning of a new direction for Remarkable Men. (see below for more details of our twice monthly meetings) Also please note the new start time of 10.30.
Remarkable Men is a facilitated space where a rich, diverse range of Gay men meet to explore a topic that impacts our lives.
Do you want to start Sundays feeling revived + invigorated?Do you crave a more interesting type of conversation?Do you want to connect in an open and non judgemental environment?Do you want to deepen your understanding of yourself?
Certified Life Coach Darren Brady ( Co founder of The Quest for Gay Men) and Courage Coach, Jonathan Ward are both certified to deliver the programs of Dr Brené Brown and will guide the group in some fascinating conversations.
Now in its 6th amazing year, this Sunday ‘drop in’ group lifts the spirit, emboldens and helps connect Gay men.
Who is it for: Anyone who is curious, open and committed to their self development is welcome to try out this group.
What to bring: Curiosity, life experience, openness, honesty and warmth!
Frequency: The group will now be meeting twice a month on the 2nd and 4th (5th?) Sunday of each month.
The 2nd Sunday of each month will be a “flexi-meet”. It may be in person in a venue, on line, a hybrid meeting or a walk-and-talk meeting in a park. This might be a coaching circle or a co-facilitated space (with Jonathan Ward).
The fourth (sometimes the 5th Sunday of the month) will be a Zoom call facilitated by Jonathan Ward.
Beginning in September 2021, this will focus for the next 12 months on “The Artists Way” by Julia Cameron, working through the 12 chapters, one each month. You do not need to attend them all to get the benefit of attending one. You can drop in as you feel, although they do build incrementally from one to the next.
Important to know:Payment will now be asked for before the meet-ups.£15 waged£10 unwaged/retired/concessions
Buy a block of 5 Up-Front for a discounted price of £69 (to be used within 3 months of purchase) or a 10 Up-Front for £130 (to be used within 6 months of purchase)
To book your place please use this link and select your ticket: https://bookwhen.com/jonathanw

The Quest Wednesdays (Theme: Light Lounge )
2021-10-27 19:00 - 20:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online event
The Quest Wednesdays are weekly (virtual) gatherings bringing together gay, bi & queer men to pause, connect and have wholehearted conversations. The sessions are facilitated by either Adé Adéniji & Darren Brady, Founders of The Quest for Gay Men.
Each week a different theme will be the focal point of the gathering. During our time together there will be opportunities to participate in small breakout groups to muse and reflect on the theme and respond to some exploratory questions.
There is the opportunity to join the gathering from 18.50 to socialise and hangout with others, there will also be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the facilitated part of the evening.
The gatherings will take place online, via Zoom – the web-based video conferencing tool. In addition to your RSVP on meet-up, you need to register on Zoom here:
27 October – Light Lounge https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErdu6opz4uHtwFOd9Zav3LPmeqpHJ4dsso

The Quest Wednesdays (Theme: The Good & Bad Gays Myth )
2021-10-20 19:00 - 20:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online event
The Quest Wednesdays are weekly (virtual) gatherings bringing together gay, bi & queer men to pause, connect and have wholehearted conversations. The sessions are facilitated by either Adé Adéniji & Darren Brady, Founders of The Quest for Gay Men.
Each week a different theme will be the focal point of the gathering. During our time together there will be opportunities to participate in small breakout groups to muse and reflect on the theme and respond to some exploratory questions.
There is the opportunity to join the gathering from 18.50 to socialise and hangout with others, there will also be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the facilitated part of the evening.
The gatherings will take place online, via Zoom – the web-based video conferencing tool. In addition to your RSVP on meet-up, you need to register on Zoom here:
20 October – The Good & Bad Gays Myth https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rdeyrrzkvHtOX8bOxHPPbjVC8ozXL6huh

The Quest Wednesdays (Theme: Home is where the heart is )
2021-10-13 19:00 - 20:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online event
The Quest Wednesdays are weekly (virtual) gatherings bringing together gay, bi & queer men to pause, connect and have wholehearted conversations. The sessions are facilitated by either Adé Adéniji & Darren Brady, Founders of The Quest for Gay Men.
Each week a different theme will be the focal point of the gathering. During our time together there will be opportunities to participate in small breakout groups to muse and reflect on the theme and respond to some exploratory questions.
There is the opportunity to join the gathering from 18.50 to socialise and hangout with others, there will also be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the facilitated part of the evening.
The gatherings will take place online, via Zoom – the web-based video conferencing tool. In addition to your RSVP on meet-up, you need to register on Zoom here:
13 October – Home is where the heart is
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvdOGhqjMpGNCx76sibHfL55Lts9zjn-E4

Remarkable Men - Soulful Sunday Sessions
2021-10-10 10:30 - 12:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online event
Ageing and the gay man:
Remarkable Men is about community, connection and courage. With this is mind we take another new direction this Sunday.
We build trust, connection and community through sharing, spending time with, listening, holding space, responding, empathy and compassion.
Sharing our story allows others to see and know us. And it gives the listener the opportunity to see themselves in our story, to find common humanity and compassion.
This Sunday one of our regular and cherished members will be sharing his story in the particular context of the challenges of ageing as a gay man.
His story will affect each of us differently and the conversations that follow will provide space for us to express anything that has resonated for us; fears, joy, celebration, excitement, shame, regrets in a safe and welcoming environment.
Re-imagination: Re-markable Men takes a new direction for the Autumn.
This is the beginning of a new direction for Remarkable Men. (see below for more details of our twice monthly meetings) Also please note the new start time of 10.30.
Remarkable Men is a facilitated space where a rich, diverse range of Gay men meet to explore a topic that impacts our lives.
Do you want to start Sundays feeling revived + invigorated?Do you crave a more interesting type of conversation?Do you want to connect in an open and non judgemental environment?Do you want to deepen your understanding of yourself?
Certified Life Coach Darren Brady ( Co founder of The Quest for Gay Men) and Courage Coach, Jonathan Ward are both certified to deliver the programs of Dr Brené Brown and will guide the group in some fascinating conversations.
Now in its 6th amazing year, this Sunday ‘drop in’ group lifts the spirit, emboldens and helps connect Gay men.
Who is it for: Anyone who is curious, open and committed to their self development is welcome to try out this group.
What to bring: Curiosity, life experience, openness, honesty and warmth!
Frequency: The group will now be meeting twice a month on the 2nd and 4th (5th?) Sunday of each month.
The 2nd Sunday of each month will be a “flexi-meet”. It may be in person in a venue, on line, a hybrid meeting or a walk-and-talk meeting in a park. This might be a coaching circle or a co-facilitated space (with Jonathan Ward).
The fourth (sometimes the 5th Sunday of the month) will be a Zoom call facilitated by Jonathan Ward.
Beginning in September 2021, this will focus for the next 12 months on “The Artists Way” by Julia Cameron, working through the 12 chapters, one each month. You do not need to attend them all to get the benefit of attending one. You can drop in as you feel, although they do build incrementally from one to the next.
Important to know:Payment will now be asked for before the meet-ups.£15 waged£10 unwaged/retired/concessions
Buy a block of 5 Up-Front for a discounted price of £69 (to be used within 3 months of purchase) or a 10 Up-Front for £130 (to be used within 6 months of purchase)
To book your place please use this link and select your ticket: https://bookwhen.com/jonathanw

The Quest Wednesdays (Theme: Perfectionism )
2021-10-06 19:00 - 20:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online event
The Quest Wednesdays are weekly (virtual) gatherings bringing together gay, bi & queer men to pause, connect and have wholehearted conversations. The sessions are facilitated by either Adé Adéniji & Darren Brady, Founders of The Quest for Gay Men.
Each week a different theme will be the focal point of the gathering. During our time together there will be opportunities to participate in small breakout groups to muse and reflect on the theme and respond to some exploratory questions.
Here is a video chat between Ade and Darren on the theme for this gathering – Perfectionism:
https://youtu.be/pJJeH-HaSRE
There is the opportunity to join the gathering from 18.50 to socialise and hangout with others, there will also be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the facilitated part of the evening.
The gatherings will take place online, via Zoom – the web-based video conferencing tool. In addition to your RSVP on meet-up, you need to register on Zoom here:
6th October Theme: Perfectionismhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkcO-rqTsuHt3f0GsRNJ00QQDb-9mJsO-e

The Quest Wednesdays (Theme: Lite Lounge )
2021-09-29 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris) | Online event
The Quest Wednesdays are weekly (virtual) gatherings bringing together gay, bi & queer men to pause, connect and have wholehearted conversations. The sessions are facilitated by either Adé Adéniji & Darren Brady, Founders of The Quest for Gay Men.
Each week a different theme will be the focal point of the gathering. During our time together there will be opportunities to participate in small breakout groups to muse and reflect on the theme and respond to some exploratory questions.
There is the opportunity to join the gathering from 1845 to socialise and hangout with others, there will also be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the facilitated part of the evening.
The gatherings will take place online, via Zoom – the web-based video conferencing tool. In addition to your RSVP on meet-up, you need to register on Zoom here:
29th Sept – Light Lounge
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0uduGupjojGdAY69-uLZ7lUrdqrpBAH7Fx

Remarkable Men - Soulful Sunday Sessions
2021-09-26 10:30 - 12:30 (Europe/Paris) | Online event
“Creativity is the foundation of all change”
We have to be able to creatively imagine a new way of being before we can make it happen.
When our creativity is blocked, shut down or has become inaccessible, change becomes harder.
We begin this Sunday with the first part of a series of Julia Cameron’s “The Artist’s Way” and how to rediscover and reclaim your creative self.
The first part is “Recovering a Sense of Safety” and will be a weaving of exercises, discussion and reflective writing and sharing. This session initiates your creative recovery. The tasks and exercises aim at allowing you to establish a sense of safety, which will enable you to explore your creativity with less fear.
If you are serious about change, this is a great place to begin.
Re-imagination: Re-markable Men takes a new direction for the Autumn.
This is the beginning of a new direction for Remarkable Men. (see below for more details of our twice monthly meetings) Also please note the new start time of 10.30.
Remarkable Men is a facilitated space where a rich, diverse range of Gay men meet to explore a topic that impacts our lives.
Do you want to start Sundays feeling revived + invigorated?Do you crave a more interesting type of conversation?Do you want to connect in an open and non judgemental environment?Do you want to deepen your understanding of yourself?
Certified Life Coach Darren Brady ( Co founder of The Quest for Gay Men) and Courage Coach, Jonathan Ward are both certified to deliver the programs of Dr Brené Brown and will guide the group in some fascinating conversations.
Now in its 6th amazing year, this Sunday ‘drop in’ group lifts the spirit, emboldens and helps connect Gay men.
Who is it for: Anyone who is curious, open and committed to their self development is welcome to try out this group.
What to bring: Curiosity, life experience, openness, honesty and warmth!
Frequency: The group will now be meeting twice a month on the 2nd and 4th (5th?) Sunday of each month.
The 2nd Sunday of each month will be a “flexi-meet”. It may be in person in a venue, on line, a hybrid meeting or a walk-and-talk meeting in a park. This might be a coaching circle or a co-facilitated space (with Jonathan Ward).
The fourth (sometimes the 5th Sunday of the month) will be a Zoom call facilitated by Jonathan Ward.
Beginning in September 2021, this will focus for the next 12 months on “The Artists Way” by Julia Cameron, working through the 12 chapters, one each month. You do not need to attend them all to get the benefit of attending one. You can drop in as you feel, although they do build incrementally from one to the next.
Important to know:Payment will now be asked for before the meet-ups.£15 waged£10 unwaged/retired/concessions
Buy a block of 5 Up-Front for a discounted price of £69 (to be used within 3 months of purchase) or a 10 Up-Front for £130 (to be used within 6 months of purchase)
To book your place please use this link and select your ticket: https://bookwhen.com/jonathanw

Dare to Lead™ Workshop
2021-09-23 09:30 - 2021-11-04 17:00 (Europe/London) | Garfield House, 86 Edgware Road, London, England, W2 2EA, United Kingdom
Dare to Lead™ focuses on developing courage-building skills to help leaders move from armoured leadership to daring leadership

Dare to Lead™ is a courage-building programme for leaders, based on the research of Dr Brené Brown. ‘Leaders’ in this context is “someone who takes responsibility for finding the potential in people of processes and has the courage to develop that potential”.
The most significant finding from Brené’s latest research is that courage is a collection of four skill sets that are teachable, measurable, and observable. The programme focuses on developing these courage-building skills to help individuals, teams and organisations move from armoured leadership to daring leadership:

Rumbling with Vulnerability: Facing risk, uncertainty, and emotional exposure with courage and clarity.
Living into our Values: Identifying, operationalizing, and practicing the beliefs that we hold most important.
BRAVING Trust: Creating or deepening connections in relationships and teams based on the seven elements of trust.
Learning to Rise: Learning and growing from the failures, setbacks, and disappointments that are inevitable when we are brave with our lives.

When:

Thursday 23rd September 2021 (in person) 0930 – 1700 BST
Thursday 30th September 2021 (online) 1800 – 1930 BST
Thursday 7th October 2021 (online) 1800 – 1930 BST
Thursday 14th October 2021 (online) 1800 – 1930 BST
Thursday 21st October 2021 (online) 1800 – 1930 BST
Thursday 4th November 2021 (in person) 0930 – 1700 BST

Participants are required to attend all sessions
This is a mixed gender program open to all
Where:
Garfield House, 86 Edgware Road, London, W2 2EA
Details:
The program incorporates 2 powerful in-person days, in central London, where the group (limited to 12 people) get the opportunity to bond, share, learn and socialise together. There are 4 interactive virtual sessions, conducted over a month, that introduce more content and give learners a chance to integrate learning and apply it to their lived experience.
Breakfast, lunch and refreshments are provided during the in-person days.
Thursday 23rd September 2021 (in person) 0930 – 1700
Introduction – Brave Leaders & Courage Cultures

The Heart of Daring Leadership

Armoured Leadership versus Daring Leadership
Rumbling with Vulnerability

Self-Awareness & Emotional Literacy
The Myths of Vulnerability

Thursday 30th September 2021 (online) 1800 – 1930
Rumbling with Vulnerability (contd)

Shame Resilience

Armoured Leadership to Daring Leadership Circle Back
Thursday 7th October 2021 (online) 1800 – 1930
Rumbling with Vulnerability (contd)

Empathy and Self-Compassion

Armoured Leadership to Daring Leadership Circle Back
Thursday 14th October 2021 (online) 1800 – 1930
Living into Our Values

Grounded Confidence and Rumbling Skills
Engaged Feedback

Armoured Leadership to Daring Leadership Circle Back
Thursday 21st October 2021 (online) 1800 – 1930
BRAVING Trust
Armoured Leadership to Daring Leadership Circle Back
Thursday 4th November 2021 (in person) 0930 – 1700
Learning to Rise

Learning to Rise: The Reckoning
The Rumble and The Revolution

Integration
Armoured Leadership to Daring Leadership Circle Back
Facilitation
The programme will be led by Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitators, Adé Adeniji and Darren Brady.
A comprehensive workbook and specially created video content from Dr Brené Brown accompany this highly interactive process. Group coaching, models, discussion, creativity, journalling and mindfulness all combine to give leaders powerful insights, tools and awareness to utilise at work and beyond.

The Quest Wednesdays (Theme: Coming out + Disclosure )
2021-09-22 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris) | Online event
The Quest Wednesdays are weekly (virtual) gatherings bringing together gay, bi & queer men to pause, connect and have wholehearted conversations. The sessions are facilitated by either Adé Adéniji & Darren Brady, Founders of The Quest for Gay Men.
Each week a different theme will be the focal point of the gathering. During our time together there will be opportunities to participate in small breakout groups to muse and reflect on the theme and respond to some exploratory questions.
There is the opportunity to join the gathering from 1845 to socialise and hangout with others, there will also be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the facilitated part of the evening.
The gatherings will take place online, via Zoom – the web-based video conferencing tool. In addition to your RSVP on meet-up, you need to register on Zoom here:
22nd Sept – Coming Out & Disclosure
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrd-GhpjktG9fsMGzgez0jX7MFAe2CKqr8

The Quest Picnic
2021-09-19 14:00 - 16:00 (Europe/Paris) | Hyde Park Bandstand, London, gb
Re Unite, Re Emerge Re Discover
Whether you are part of our community or a curious newcomer you are cordially invited to our gathering to celebrate the power of connection… in person!There will be familiar faces and new faces at this ‘bring your own’ picnic in Hyde Park.
Gathering on Sunday 19th September at 2pm – 4pm DUE TO RAIN WE WILL BE MEETING AT Hyde Park BANDSTAND ( look out for the balloons)
Quest founders Ade and Darren and Remarkable Men facilitator Jonathan Ward will be hosting the event – welcoming anyone looking for an afternoon of warmth and connection.
If you have attended any of our programs ( Quest Wednesdays, Quest Mosaic, Remarkable Men, Great Gay Getaways, The Quest Program ) it will be wonderful to see you again
If you have been to our virtual Quest Wednesdays it will be fantastic to see you in person
If you have heard about Quest but never been to any of our events you will receive a warm welcome.
Please bring food to share, drinks and a blanket.(Also required: Humour, warmth and generosity.)

The Quest Picnic
2021-09-19 14:00 - 16:00 (Europe/Paris) | Hyde Park Bandstand, London, gb
Whether you are part of our community or a curious newcomer you are cordially invited to our gathering to celebrate the power of connection… in person! There will be familiar faces and new faces at this ‘bring your own’ picnic in Hyde Park.
Gathering on Sunday 19th September at 2pm – 4pm at Hyde Park – DUE TO RAIN WE WILL NOW BE GATHERING AT THE BANDSTAND ( look out for the balloons)
The Quest founders Ade and Darren + Remarkable Men facilitator Jonathan Ward will be hosting the event – welcoming anyone looking for an afternoon of warmth and connection.
A short video conversation discussing this event: https://youtu.be/k3wgeyXbHcE
If you have attended any of our programs it will be wonderful to see you again. If you have been to our virtual Quest Wednesdays it will be fantastic to see you in person. If you have heard about Quest but never been to any of our events you will receive a warm welcome.
Please bring food to share, drinks and a blanket.(Also required: Humour, warmth and generosity.)

The Gifts of Imperfection Programme (September- November 2021)
2021-09-18 10:30 - 2021-11-27 17:30 (Europe/London) | LIFT, 45 White Lion St, London, England, N19PW, United Kingdom
The Gifts of Imperfection experiential programme

The Gifts of Imperfection programme, based on the bestselling book by Dr Brené Brown, is about learning to be wholehearted – which is to engage with the world from a place of worthiness. Our authentic journey is about moving from “What will people think?” to “I am imperfect and I am enough.”
This programme is led by Ade Adeniji and Darren Brady, Certified Daring Way™ and Dare to Lead™ Facilitators. The programme is an opportunity to cultivate skills and practice the habits required to embody our authenticity day-by-day. The programme spans 10 weeks and comprises of an in-person session, at the beginning, followed by 6 online sessions. The periods in between sessions is an opportunity to integrate and practice insights and tools from the course.
The Gifts of Imperfection programme comprises 12 lessons:
Lesson One | Courage, Compassion, and Connection: Tools for the Wholehearted Journey

Learning intention: ‘I will carry courage, compassion, and connection in my heart while on this journey’

Lesson Two| Guidepost #1 – Cultivating Authenticity: Letting Go of What People Think

Learning intention: ‘We’re never more courageous than when we’re willing to be vulnerable, to be imperfect, and to set boundaries.’

Lesson Three | Guidepost #2 – Cultivating Self-Compassion: Letting Go of Perfectionism

Learning intention: ‘I will talk to myself the same way I talk to the people I love.’

Lesson Four | Guidepost #3 – Cultivating a Resilient Spirit: Letting Go of Numbing and Powerlessness

Learning intention: ‘I’m going to lean in and feel it all.’

Lesson Five | Guidepost #4 – Cultivating Gratitude and Joy: Letting Go of Scarcity and Fear of the Dark

Learning intention: ‘I will practice gratitude to find joy.’

Lesson Six | Guidepost #5 – Cultivating Intuition and Trusting Faith: Letting Go of the Need for Certainty

Lesson learning intention: ‘I will listen and trust myself.’

Lesson Seven | Guidepost #6 – Cultivating Creativity: Letting Go of Comparison

Learning intention: ‘I am a creative being’.

Lesson Eight | Guidepost #7 – Cultivating Play and Rest: Letting Go of Exhaustion as a Status Symbol and Productivity as Self Worth

Learning intention: ‘I will honour the basic need for play and rest.’

Lesson Nine | Guidepost #8 – Cultivating Calm and Stillness: Letting Go of Anxiety as a Lifestyle

Learning intention: ‘I want to heal with calm, so I will practice calm.’

Lesson Ten | Guidepost #9 – Cultivating Meaningful Work: Letting Go of Self-Doubt and “Supposed To”

Learning intention: ‘I will own my superpowers.’

Lesson Eleven | Guidepost #10 – Cultivating Laughter, Song, and Dance: Letting Go of Being Cool and “Always in Control”

Learning intention: ‘Trying to be cool is an emotional straightjacket. I am going to take it off.’

Lesson Twelve | The Wholehearted Revolution

Learning intention: ‘My story matters because I matter.’

Timetable
The programme will be a combination of one in-person and five online (using the Zoom platform) sessions.
Saturday 18th September: 1030 – 1730 BST (In Person)

Setting the landscape for the adventure
Getting to know each other
Lessons 1-3

(Venue: Lift, 45 White Lion Street , London N1 9PW)
Tuesday 28th September: 1900 – 2100 BST (Online)

Integrating Lessons 1- 4

Tuesday 12th October: 1900 – 2100 BST (Online)

Lessons 5-6

Tuesday 26th October: 1900 – 2100 BST (Online)

Lessons 7-8

Tuesday 9th November: 1900 – 2100 BST (Online)

Lessons 9-10

Tuesday 23rd November: 1900 – 2100 BST (Online)
Saturday 27th November: 1100 – 1300 & 1400 – 1600 BST (Online)

Lessons 11-12
Consolidation and Embedding
Gratitude and Celebration

[Participants are required to attend all sessions – depending on group agreement, there may be flexibility to move some of the dates)
This is a mixed gender program open to all
Format
The course will involve creative workbook activities, sharing experiences, self-inquiry, artwork, journalling, coaching and readings from the ‘Gifts of Imperfection’ (pre, during and post sessions).
At the end of each session, there will be DIG Deep Commitments (Get Deliberate; Get Inspired; Get Going) set by each participant and put into practice before the next session.
There will be a weekly prompt from the facilitators setting a reflective practice for the week.
The group will be limited to a maximum of 12 people.
Participant Materials

You will need to obtain a copy of the Gifts of Imperfection.
You will be provided with the Gifts of Imperfection workbook.
We will provide the art supplies you need for the in-person session, you’ll need to obtain supplies for the remaining sessions.

The Quest Wednesdays (Theme: The power of pain )
2021-09-15 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris) | Online event
The Quest Wednesdays are weekly (virtual) gatherings bringing together gay, bi & queer men to pause, connect and have wholehearted conversations. The sessions are facilitated by either Adé Adéniji & Darren Brady, Founders of The Quest for Gay Men.
Each week a different theme will be the focal point of the gathering. During our time together there will be opportunities to participate in small breakout groups to muse and reflect on the theme and respond to some exploratory questions.
There is the opportunity to join the gathering from 1845 to socialise and hangout with others, there will also be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the facilitated part of the evening.
The gatherings will take place online, via Zoom – the web-based video conferencing tool. In addition to your RSVP on meet-up, you need to register on Zoom here:
15th Sept – The Power of Pain
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rde-sqj8qGdz3FPNsbFVAfTEpoAlWuwdX

The Quest Wednesdays (Theme: Minority Stress )
2021-09-08 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris) | Online event
The Quest Wednesdays are weekly (virtual) gatherings bringing together gay, bi & queer men to pause, connect and have wholehearted conversations. The sessions are facilitated by either Adé Adéniji & Darren Brady, Founders of The Quest for Gay Men.
Each week a different theme will be the focal point of the gathering. During our time together there will be opportunities to participate in small breakout groups to muse and reflect on the theme and respond to some exploratory questions.
There is the opportunity to join the gathering from 1845 to socialise and hangout with others, there will also be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the facilitated part of the evening.
The gatherings will take place online, via Zoom – the web-based video conferencing tool. In addition to your RSVP on meet-up, you need to register on Zoom here:
8th Sept – Minority Stress
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItf-mpqTojHtZpKvIn3634-jGKOVLsfDm7

The Quest Wednesdays (Theme: Family of choice )
2021-09-01 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris) | Online event
The Quest Wednesdays are weekly (virtual) gatherings bringing together gay, bi & queer men to pause, connect and have wholehearted conversations. The sessions are facilitated by either Adé Adéniji & Darren Brady, Founders of The Quest for Gay Men.
Each week a different theme will be the focal point of the gathering. During our time together there will be opportunities to participate in small breakout groups to muse and reflect on the theme and respond to some exploratory questions.
There is the opportunity to join the gathering from 1845 to socialise and hangout with others, there will also be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the facilitated part of the evening.
The gatherings will take place online, via Zoom – the web-based video conferencing tool. In addition to your RSVP on meet-up, you need to register on Zoom here:
1st Sept – Family of Choice
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMucu-hrzgiG9XeKqnHcRANnJXL5GpafSpt
Here is a brief video conversation between Quest founders Ade and Darren about the theme ‘Family of Choice’ : https://youtu.be/1MnOGI-pWVI

The Quest Wednesdays (Theme: Relationships - Rupture and Repair )
2021-08-11 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris) | Online event
The Quest Wednesdays are weekly (virtual) gatherings bringing together gay, bi & queer men to pause, connect and have wholehearted conversations. The sessions are facilitated by either Adé Adéniji & Darren Brady, Founders of The Quest for Gay Men.
Each week a different theme will be the focal point of the gathering. During our time together there will be opportunities to participate in small breakout groups to muse and reflect on the theme and respond to some exploratory questions.
There is the opportunity to join the gathering from 1845 to socialise and hangout with others, there will also be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the facilitated part of the evening.
The gatherings will take place online, via Zoom – the web-based video conferencing tool. In addition to your RSVP on meet-up, you need to register on Zoom here:
11th August – Relationships (Rupture & Repair)
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0kde2rqT4rH9Ysmo8T_ioFSXr6pk1Ew7P8

The Quest Programme - Online edition (November 2020)
2020-12-10 19:00 - 20:30, 2020-12-03 19:00 - 20:30, 2020-11-26 19:00 - 20:30, 2020-11-22 15:00 - 17:00, 2020-11-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2020-11-21 15:00 - 17:00, 2020-11-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2020-11-20 15:00 - 17:00 UTC and 1 more date | London, United Kingdom
“If you always do what you have always done, you will always get what you always got!
Please note: This version of The Quest Programme will be held virtually.

The Quest Programme is an experiential journey designed to lead gay men into a powerfully positive way of living, free from the constraints of the past and unleashed to the possibility of the present. A team of professional group facilitators and certified coaches help participants develop a sense of ‘agency’ to creatively engage in life and attendees practice new behaviors and beliefs that aim to move them forward to living a life of fulfilment, connection and authentic self-expression.

The Programme goes to the heart of the matter by posing the question:
“How is our past negatively impacting our present and jeopardising our future?”

Since its inception in June 2011, The Quest has been helping gay men rediscover their wholehearted selves and redefining the meaning of community. From within a supportive and safe environment, alongside a diverse range of individuals, The Quest’s work enriches relationships, with a deeper understanding of personal interactions & motivations, through self-acceptance and compassion, new possibilities and social awareness.
In attending this interactive and engaging programme, participants will:

Gain a deeper understanding of how their upbringing has impacted their emotional development
Develop an increased awareness of their limiting beliefs, behavior and habits
Be engaged in a healing process
Identify ways to improve their sense of self and their relationships
Gain clarity on next steps for themselves, their relationships, and the world they live in
Experience the support and intimacy of a group of gay men
Create a positive and supportive new network
Gain a greater sense of living authentically as a gay man in today’s world

The online programme itinerary is split into three parts:

Prep Reflection: Attendees will receive a daily reflection email 6 days before the online group gathering.
Coming together: Our initial online group sessions will be held over 3 days: Friday (1000 – 1200 & 1500 – 1700), Saturday (1000 – 1200 & 1500 – 1700) and Sunday (1000 – 1200 & 1500 – 1700). There will be some individual and pair activity in between 1200 – 1500.
Going deeper together: Our online sessions will continue with 3 weekly Thursday sessions at 1900 – 2030 where will delve deeper and start to integrate the themes from the earlier sessions.

Dates for the November 2020 Programme are as follows:

Friday 20 November: 1000 – 1200 & 1500 -1700
Saturday 21 November: 1000 – 1200 & 1500 – 1700
Sunday 22 November: 1000 – 1200 & 1500 -1700
Thursday 26 November: 1900 – 2030
Thursday 3 December: 1900 – 2030
Thursday 10 December: 1900 – 2030

(As each session builds on the next, participants are expected to attend all the sessions).
The programme will be held online via Zoom. The processes will include discussions in pairs/triads, small and large groups, storytelling, psychological exploration and education, book readings, expressive writing, creativity, coaching and self-reflection and inquiry.
Further details on the programme can be found here. If you still have more question, check out our FAQ here

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